THE fixtures for the opening month of the West Midlands League Premier Division campaign have been announced.

There is a mouth-watering start for Malvern Town on Saturday, August 4, as they play host to local rivals and league newcomers Pershore Town.

The game will see summer signings Ben Lane and Steve Webb make their league debuts for the Hillsiders against their former club.

It is Emirates FA Cup duty the following weekend with a trip to Midland League Premier Division outfit Boldmere St Michaels in the extra preliminary round.

In league action on Tuesday, August 14, Malvern host Dudley Town (7.45pm) before Lee Hooper's and Dene Whittal-Williams' side welcome Wellington on Saturday, August 18.

Bank Holiday weekend sees them travel to promoted Wem Town on Saturday, August 25, and on Monday, August 27, host Bewdley Town (3pm).